Brasov – the jewel of the crown
Named Kronstadt by the medieval Germans that settled it, Brasov deserves its fame of City of the Crown. Although one of the largest cities of Romania, it surprises with its quaint Old City area and its meandering narrow streets. Make sure you walk the Rope Street; you sit in a wooden bench at the First Romanian School, admire the horse parade at Junii Brasovului or eat a pork knuckle with horseradish sauce at the Christmas Market.
Harman Saxon fortified church, one of the most beautiful in the area, is 15 minutes away by car, while a short drive up the mountain will get you to Poiana Brasov, a prime ski resort of Romania. There are some posh hotels, a selection of restaurants where you can try wild game specialties. Several cable cars and chair lifts take you to the peaks for hikes, walks or just breathtaking views over the Carpathian Mountains.
Brasov - Town Hall Square
Brasov - view from the Black Tower
Brasov streets
Libearty bear sanctuary - Zarnesti, Brasov
Harman Saxon fortified church
Our Tours
Essential Romania Weekend Tour
If you only have a couple of days to get a taste of Romania, if you plan an extended weekend or you are just finishing a cruise in Bucharest and you want some more, this is the tour for you. We’re quite sure you’ll be back for more!
Transylvania Step by Step Tour
Saxon Transylvania is a slice of medieval rural Europe. You’ll explore this fascinating area, visit the superb UNESCO world heritage fortified churches, the medieval citites of Brasov, Sighisoara and Sibiu, the villages that charmed the royals.
Get Inspired
Viscri, the village Prince Charles made famous
The village of Viscri, or Weisskhirch (in Romanian "white church"), as it was formerly known, is less than two-hour drive from Brasov. The village was included in the UNESCO heritage list in 1999 and features on the world map of traditional villages. The road up there is dotted with plenty of attractions, so if you leave Brasov in the morning, you might only reach Viscri in the afternoon.
Rural life and local crafts in Transylvania
Transylvania offers sights and attractions to suit all tastes, but the authenticity found in the old rural settlements is something everyone loves. Transylvanian villages are places with a special charm, and the landscape of the area recalls memories of ancient times.
Peasants, Merchants and Knights – a Real Life Catan Story
The Saxon history of Transylvania begins unofficially in middle 1100's and officially in 1224 when the King of Hungary allowed the German peasants and merchants from Luxembourg and Flanders area to settle the southern part of the land to protect the Kingdom from invaders ...
